Finding the right retirement community for yourself is an important decision, yet it can leave people feeling overwhelmed and stressed. Regardless of the type of community you’re searching for, a tip is to always go on independent living tours before making your decision. Conducting proper and extensive research to ensure you’re in good hands will make all the difference.
Assess Team Members’ Qualification and Friendliness
People turn to retirement communities so that they can receive a greater standard of expertise, care, and assistance. A great way to observe whether this is true of the community you’re interested in is to take note of the one-on-one interactions between the residents and team members to assess patience, friendliness, and knowledge of the community’s services. You can also observe from afar if the team members look overworked and tired, and whether a community is understaffed. Here are a few questions you can ask to determine whether the team members meet high standards:
- What is the team member-to-resident ratio?
- Do the caregivers attend ongoing training?
- How are disruptive or aggressive team members cared for?
Familiarize Yourself with Community Layout and Social Offerings
Evaluating questions like whether the community’s features accommodate mobility challenges, is the layout large or small, and many more can help you determine whether a community can be your future home. You can ask the tour guide to bring you around the outdoor areas and even a room similar to what you may occupy, if it’s possible. Pay attention to the sights and scents, too, for unpleasant odors throughout the community may indicate a lack of cleanliness. Next, ask yourself if the current residents seem happy, engaged, and social. If possible, consider visiting the game rooms or communal areas to observe interactions among the residents. You can strike up a conversation with them about the community, team members, and whether they are enjoying their time here, what they like doing during the day, and whether the services feel worth the cost.
Community Safety and Security
For older adults who are dealing with memory-related conditions like dementia or Alzheimer’s, safety is paramount. Since such individuals are prone to confusion and wandering within the community halls, you can determine whether you will be provided adequate supervision with these questions:
- What kind of medical services are available?
- How do care, security, and assistance differ between day and night?
- Are there enclosed courtyards, emergency alert systems, or color-coded hallways to simplify navigation for residents with dementia?
- Is there 24-hour care for older adults who are at risk of falling?
- How is the community safe and secured?
- Are the corridors and hallways well-lit throughout the community?
Why Choose Morada Meadow Lakes?
With an endless abundance of fun and relaxation opportunities, our retirement community offers an experience unlike any other. Come and experience Morada Meadow Lakes yourself for a comfortable, enjoyable lifestyle you’ll love at a great value!
If you have any other inquiries, don’t hesitate to contact us today or schedule a tour to experience our retirement community for yourself.
